The Need

Guilford County has 24 food deserts, 17 in Greensboro. A food desert is a geographic area where affordable, nutritious and fresh food is hard to obtain, particularly for those without access to an automobile.

Over 49,000 children qualify for free or reduced price meal programs in Guilford County Schools.

19.2% of people in Guilford County are food insecure.

1 in 4 children in Guilford County face hunger every day.

Hungry children incur delays in their physical, intellectual and emotional development.

Our Approach

BPB provides schools with fresh produce, including fruits and vegetables, to ensure children in need have access to fresh food.

BPB partners with local fresh food vendors including The Produce Box, community gardens, and others to bring seasonal fresh produce to school food pantries.